What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant/CPA position at City of Sioux Falls?
HIRING RANGE DOQ: $2,855.20 - $3,152.80 bi-weekly
$2,944.80 - $3,252.00 bi-weekly with CPA
DEADLINE FOR FILING: Thursday, November 5, 2026
JOB SUMMARY
If you thrive in a team environment, enjoy working directly with others, and want to be part of helping shape how our city serves the community this is a place for you. We are looking for a self-motivated, technology-focused, relationship driven professional who is ready to help power the work that maintains financial trust to our community.
The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring accurate financials by supporting the City’s accounting and business functions; including a strong focus on grant administration and compliance, managing complex reconciliations, preparing financial and grant reports, and supporting accounts receivable activities. You’ll partner directly with departmental staff across the organization to ensure financial integrity and deliver accurate and timely financial information.
Our team values excellence, a team-first mindset, and growth through learning. We offer a regular weekday schedule, no travel, competitive pay, and excellent benefits.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or business administration and a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in accounting; or any such combination of education, experience, and training as may be acceptable to the hiring authority.
CPA (certified public accountant) designation is mandatory for the C43 level position.
Salary : $2,945 - $3,252